I have never really been a tea person to be honest! A friend recently shared this recipe with me (Thanks Pedro!) and it completely changed my mind. Now I make it sometimes twice per week! It's amazing hot, cold (but hold the ice as the taste is best without being diluted!) or also in a fun, gut healing Jello.
As an athlete, having something that supports recovery is always helpful. Lemon provides a big dose of Vitamin C, ginger reduces swelling and aids in digestion, turmeric also reduces inflammation, cinnamon is anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal while also supporting blood sugar regulation, honey is also anti-bacterial and anti-fungal, while also containing a hearty amount of antioxidants. If you decide to add gelatin and make these into jello or gummies, the gelatin works to prevent and repair damage to the gastrointestinal lining.
The recipe is simple! You'll need the following:
4 Small roots of Turmeric
1 Large root of Ginger
1 Lemon
3-4 Cinnamon Sticks
Raw Honey to taste (I use about 1/4 Cup)
Optional: 2 TB Gelatin - if making Jello
*Note: I also add more honey to the jello - as the gelatin makes it a little more tart*
How to make the tea is even more simple!
For Tea:
Add 2 Liters of water to a pot over medium heat
Slice ginger and turmeric so roots are exposed (no need to peel them - just make sure they are organic!) and add them to the pot
Slice Lemon in to 1/4-1/2 inch windmills and add to pot
Add cinnamon sticks to pot
Cover the pot and bring the water to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 5 minutes
After 5 minutes, strain ingredients into a large bowl and allow to cool
While cooling, add in desired amount of honey, stir to incorporate
Enjoy warm, or pop in the fridge & enjoy when cold!
For Jello:
Add 2 Liters of water to a pot over medium heat
Slice ginger and turmeric so roots are exposed (no need to peel them - just make sure they are organic!) and add them to the pot
Slice Lemon in to 1/4-1/2 inch windmills and add to pot
Add cinnamon sticks to pot
Cover the pot and bring the water to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 5 minutes
After 5 minutes, strain ingredients into a large bowl and allow to cool
Mix 1/2 Cup of Tea with 2 TB gelatin and allow to sit for 3-5 minutes
Add 3 + 1/2 more cups of tea to the tea and gelatin mixture, stirring well to combine
Add gelatin mixture to a 9x9 baking dish and let cool in the fridge for 4+ hours, until solidified
Cut into squares and enjoy
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